Newell Brands is a leading $8.5B consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid® and Sharpie®, and 28,000 talented employees around the world. Our high-performance culture, unparalleled curiosity about the world around us, and talented people fuel our success. Our culture is enabled through our core values which guide all we do and how we win as One Newell. They are Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership & Leadership

Position Overview:

Newell Brands is looking for a creative and organized Retail Merchandising Program Manager who will lead our retail merchandising and aisle reinvention projects. The retail merchandising program manager oversees the planning, execution, and evaluation of merchandising programs across multiple product categories and channels, including online, in-store, and catalogs.

The program manager collaborates with cross-functional teams, such as marketing, sales, operations, design, and finance, to execute innovative and effective retail solutions that enhance consumer experience, and drive sales growth and profitability. You will also manage the budget, timeline, and quality of the projects, and ensure that they meet the retailer/customer expectations and standards.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and implementation of merchandising programs that support the company's strategic objectives and brand identity.
• Consult with internal customer teams to understand the needs, goals, and preferences of retailer/customer for aisle redesign, signage, and display projects.
• Manage program budgets, timelines, and resources, and ensure the alignment of program scope, goals, and deliverables.
• Monitor and analyze the performance of merchandising programs and provide insights and recommendations for improvement and optimization.
• Communicate and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, such as vendors, suppliers, agencies, and partners, to ensure the smooth execution of merchandising programs.
• Provide regular program status updates to key stakeholders.
• Establish and maintain best practices and standards for merchandising program management and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Coordinate the installation, testing, and maintenance of retail aisle design, signage, and display assets.
• Troubleshoot and resolve any issues or problems that arise during the project lifecycle.
• Conduct post-project evaluation and feedback sessions with customer and internal teams.
• Stay updated on the latest trends, best practices, and technologies in retail aisle design, signage, and displays.